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2024 NBA Trade Deadline Recap

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Kings acquire Robin Lopez and cash. … Grizzlies acquire Lamar Stevens, the Hawks' 2027 second-round pick, and the Mavericks' 2030 second-round pick.

Trade Rumors: Bucks, Wright, Suns, Mavs, Hornets, Knicks, Magic, Bulls

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Additionally, while the Magic could use some more outside shooting, the club isn't thought to be pursuing upgrades in that area unless there's a player who would be a positive on defense as well, according to Fischer, who cites Kings sharpshooter Kevin Huerter as one example of a player who is not on Orlando's wish list. … Fischer adds that Quentin Grimes continues to generate interest from teams like the Hawks and Jazz, while Tony Jones of The Athletic said during an appearance on ESPN 700 in Utah that he believes Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson would welcome a trade to the Knicks (hat tip to Patrick Byrnes of SI.com).

Scotto’s Latest: Jones, Wright, Hayes, Grizzlies, Okoro, More

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The Celtics, Kings and Timberwolves are among the teams with interest in Wizards guard Delon Wright, sources tell Scotto. … According to Scotto, the Knicks, Hawks, Pacers, Suns and Bucks are all worth watching, as they all have an interest in two-way wings.

Nets Rumors: Bridges, Finney-Smith, O’Neale, Murray, Claxton

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The Bucks, Thunder, Suns and Kings are other teams to watch for Finney-Smith, Scotto adds, while the Mavericks, Nuggets, Pacers, Bucks, Timberwolves, Suns and Kings have interest in O'Neale. … Scotto suggests the Nets might be open to trading for Dejounte Murray if the Hawks are willing to accept Spencer Dinwiddie and a first-round pick in return.

Community Shootaround: NBA All-Star Snubs

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The Kings currently hold a top-five seed in the Western Conference, with a pair of former All-Stars leading the way. … You could make a case for Hawks guard Trae Young, Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen, Raptors forward Scottie Barnes, Heat swingman Jimmy Butler, Magic forward Franz Wagner, and a couple more Celtics (Kristaps Porzingis and Derrick White), but none of those omissions look especially glaring.

2024 NBA All-Star Reserves Revealed

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Having not been selected to the All-Star Game, Kings forward Domantas Sabonis will miss out on a $1.3MM bonus, according to Marks (Twitter link). … Hawks guard Trae Young, Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen, Boston's Holiday, Derrick White and Kristaps Porzingis, Raptors forward Scottie Barnes, Magic forward Franz Wagner, Bulls guard Coby White, Pacers center Myles Turner and Heat forward Jimmy Butler are among players who had cases to make the game but didn't.

Kent Bazemore Joining Hornets’ G League Affiliate

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A 10-year veteran, Bazemore appeared in 657 regular season games for the Warriors, Lakers, Hawks, Trail Blazers, and Kings from 2012-22.

Fischer’s Latest: Point Guard Rumors, Sixers, Rockets, More

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Some of the backup point guards who are available around the NBA, per Fischer, are Davion Mitchell (Kings), Cameron Payne (Bucks), Cory Joseph (Warriors), and Devonte' Graham (Spurs). … They don't appear to have significant interest in Bruce Brown and will have to seriously consider whether Dejounte Murray is the right piece next to Maxey, given the Hawks' high asking price for Murray, Fischer writes.

Pacers Finalizing Trade For Pascal Siakam

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The Mavericks, Warriors, Pistons, and Kings are among the teams that have been linked to him in recent weeks. … He was also at the center of speculation over the 2023 offseason, at which time the Raptors reportedly spoke to the Hawks and others about the two-time All-Star.

Stein’s Latest: Rockets, Barnes, O’Neale, Hunter, Bogdanovic, Jazz, Murray

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Houston is also seeking another shooter and has shown interest in the Kings' Harrison Barnes, according to Stein. … The Hawks' De'Andre Hunter could also be a target to watch for Cleveland, but his contract -- he's in the first year of a four-year, $90MM extension -- would make the Cavs' future cap issues more challenging.

Atlantic Notes: Quickley, Raptors, Harris, Thibodeau

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Against the Kings on Friday, Sixers power forward Tobias Harris reminded Philadelphia fans why the team to sign him to a five-year, $180MM contract in 2019, per Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer. … Sacramento came on the heels of a 32-point performance on Wednesday against the Hawks, marking the first time in his NBA career he has scored 30+ points in two straight games.

Trade Rumors: Siakam, Pacers, Walker, Kings, Hawks, Pistons

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Siakam doesn't view Sacramento as a good long-term fit for him, according to Amick, who hears from a pair of league sources that the Kings should have "very little, if any, optimism" about re-signing the Raptors forward if he's traded there. … Elsewhere in his Q&A on Threads, Wojnarowski says that he believes the Hawks are open to "almost anything" at the trade deadline and suggests that the Trae Young/Dejounte Murray backcourt pairing appears to have run its course.

Latest On Pascal Siakam

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Recent chatter among NBA executives has centered on the Pacers, Kings, and Pistons as prime landing spots for Siakam, according to Fischer, who says that the Sixers and Mavericks aren't considered especially viable destinations for now. … Once considered the most aggressive suitor for Pascal Siakam, the Hawks are no longer viewed by league personnel as a top contender to trade for the Raptors forward, reports Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports.

Moving Siakam Could Be Tricky Proposition For Raptors

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As previously reported, the Mavericks, Hawks, Pacers and Kings have been mentioned as potential landing spots for Siakam.

Raptors Notes: Siakam, Trade Rumors, Quickley, Barnes

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The Hawks, Pacers, and Kings are the clubs that have been repeatedly cited as presumed suitors for Siakam. … Jalen Johnson was a player the Raptors coveted in previous talks with Atlanta, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, though the Hawks won't be particularly inclined to include him in an offer in the midst of his breakout season.

Raptors To Continue Exploring Pascal Siakam Trades

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As Fischer observes, many rival executives had long believed that Siakam was more likely to be traded than Anunoby, with the Hawks, Kings, and Pacers frequently mentioned as potential suitors.

Early Check-In On Traded 2024 First-Round Picks

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The Mavs and Kings, meanwhile, look like probable playoff teams, but there are a lot of contenders in the West, so if those teams don't secure a top-six seed, anything could happen in the play-in tournament.

Scotto’s Latest: Raptors, Pacers, Hawks, Markkanen, Hornets, More

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Kings guard Keon Ellis and Cavaliers guard Craig Porter Jr. … Scotto reports that top front office executives from the Pacers and Hawks had extensive conversations with Toronto's brass at the NBA G League's Winter Showcase in Orlando this week.

Western Rumors: Markkanen, Giddey, Mann, Kings, Lofton

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League personnel believe that the Kings, Hawks, and Thunder are among the teams that would have the most interest in the Finnish star, Fischer adds.

Charania’s Latest: Siakam, Bulls, Tucker, Vincent, Morant, Grizzlies

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Charania identifies the Hawks, Kings and Pacers as "expected suitors" for either Siakam or OG Anunoby.